H-Line Shipping orders LNG bunkering vessel

Korea's H-Line Shipping, a specialist in dedicated carriers, has signed a contract valued at KRW 127.1bn ($87.43m) for the construction of an 18,000-cbm LNG bunkering vessel.

The order, secured via HJ Shipbuilding & Construction (HJSC), comes amid projected growth in the market for crude oil carriers, LNG carriers, and LNG bunkering vessels, spurred by anticipated expansions in oil and natural gas drilling as well as the resumption of LNG exports under the second Trump administration.

The contracted vessel will measure 144 metres in length, 25.2 metres in width, and 12.8 metres in depth, capable of supplying up to 18,000 cbm of LNG in a single operation directly to LNG-fuelled ships.

The ship facilitates ship-to-ship (STS) LNG bunkering, allowing LNG-fuelled vessels to receive fuel directly at sea without the need to dock.

It will be fitted with two independent LNG tanks certified by the International Maritime Organization (IMO) and feature a dual-fuel propulsion system that operates on both LNG and marine diesel oil (MDO). This advanced setup will aim to optimise operational efficiency while reducing carbon emissions.

Yoo Sang-cheol, CEO of HJSC, noted: "As global LNG demand and supply continue to grow, the LNG bunkering vessel market will see steady expansion."

He added: "We will focus on strengthening our expertise in building eco-friendly, high-value-added ships, securing a competitive edge that aligns with our legacy as a leader in shipbuilding."

HJSC previously built the world's first purpose-built LNG bunkering vessel, Engie Zeebrugge, which was delivered in 2017.

ABS introduces nuclear-ready notation for marine and offshore assets

The classification society has released what it describes as an industry-first notation to support future nuclear conversion of vessels and offshore assets.

AiP handover ceremony for NEXTGEN Energy Hub (NGEH) design.

ABS grants approval in principle for Seatrium’s NEXTGEN Energy Hub design

The hub concept integrates ammonia bunkering, power generation and electric vessel charging in a single unit.

Jumbo orders two methanol-ready L-Class heavy lift vessels from Dajin Heavy Industry

Dutch heavy lift specialist Jumbo signs newbuilding contract for two 25,000-dwt vessels.

Zhoushan completes first bonded bunker operation at Majishan port area

The operation marks full fuel supply coverage across all general cargo terminals in Zhoushan's port system.

Port of Long Beach launches $1m methanol bunkering challenge for oceangoing vessels

A $1m prize aims to kick-start commercial methanol bunkering at one of North America's busiest ports.

Greece floating nuclear study finds no fundamental barriers to implementation

A PESTLE assessment of floating nuclear power plants in Greece identifies framework gaps, not feasibility barriers.

Northern Pathliner alongside Bergen LNG vessel.

Molgas completes LNG cool-down and bunkering for Northern Pathliner at Northern Lights terminal in Norway

Operation carried out at Øygarden facility, with K Line and Integr8 Fuels in the supply chain.

G2 Ocean expands fleet with six future-fuel ready gantry crane vessels

Open hatch specialist adds vessels and jet sail technology as part of a broad fleet renewal programme.

CMA CGM Adventure vessel at Port of Mombasa.

LNG-powered CMA CGM Adventure makes first call at the Port of Mombasa

Kenya Ports Authority receives its first large LNG-fuelled container vessel.

Maritime trio shapes IMO safety guidelines for ammonia as marine fuel

Real-world operational experience feeds directly into new IMO ammonia fuel safety framework.

H-Line Shipping orders LNG bunkering vessel

Vessel with 18,000-cbm capacity to run on both LNG and MDO.

Fuels & Propulsion

Recommended